How To Fix UCUW153 - Define the characteristic in the Workbench of the appropriate cons area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCUW -

• Message number: 153

• Message text: Define the characteristic in the Workbench of the appropriate cons area

What causes this issue?

You have started characteristic maintenance within the context of a
<DS:GLOS.77F1BB51B62DD14CA9C4D380E11B1C9F>source data basis</>. However,
the characteristic is also used in an ordinary
<DS:GLOS.3C14A7065A82D511B1250008C784EFB1>data basis</>. Under certain c
ircumstances, the role this characteristic has in the ordinary data
basis can require higher data consistency. These requirements can be
fulfilled only if you define the characteristic values (in the
Consolidation Workbench) that you get when you set the parameters for a
consolidation area of this data basis.

System Response

The characteristic values can only be displayed in the context of the
source data basis. Changes are not possible.

How to fix this error?

To change the characteristic values, first find out which consolidation
area uses the characteristic. Then set the parameters for that
consolidation area. Now you will be able to edit the characteristic
values in the Workbench.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCUW153 - Define the characteristic in the Workbench of the appropriate cons area ?

  The SAP error message UCUW153 indicates that a characteristic has not been defined in the Workbench for the appropriate consumption area. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system or when working with characteristics in the context of variant configuration or other related modules.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to use a characteristic that has not been properly defined or activated in the system for the specific consumption area you are working with. This can happen if:
  
  The characteristic is new and has not yet been created in the Workbench.
  The characteristic is not assigned to the correct class or consumption area.
  There are inconsistencies in the configuration settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UCUW153 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Workbench:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the Workbench for characteristics. This is typically found under the classification system.
  
  
  
  Define the Characteristic:
  
  Use transaction code CT04 (Create Characteristic) to create a new characteristic if it does not exist.
  Ensure that you fill in all required fields and assign the characteristic to the appropriate class.
  
  
  
  Assign to Consumption Area:
  
  Make sure that the characteristic is assigned to the correct consumption area. This can be done in the characteristic settings.
  Check the classification settings to ensure that the characteristic is linked to the relevant object or class.
  
  
  
  Check for Activation:
  
  If the characteristic is already defined, ensure that it is activated and available for use in the relevant context.
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies:
  
  If you are working with variant configuration, check if there are any dependencies that need to be adjusted or defined for the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Create Characteristic
  CT02: Change Characteristic
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on characteristics and classes in the classification system.
  
  
  
  Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UCUW153 error and successfully define the characteristic in the Workbench for the appropriate consumption area.